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Benjamin Newhall Johnson (June 19, 1856 – February 19, 1932) was an American attorney and historian who owned what would become Breakheart Reservation.He was also President of the Lynn Historical Society for 25 years and the President-General of the Sons of the American Revolution from 1931 to 1932.
Breakheart Reservation is a public recreation area covering 652 acres (264 ha) in the towns of Saugus and Wakefield, Massachusetts. The reservation features a hardwood forest, two freshwater lakes, a winding stretch of the Saugus River , and scenic views of Boston and rural New England from rocky hilltops.
This list of museums in Virginia, United States, contains museums which are defined for this context as institutions (including nonprofit organizations, government entities, and private businesses) that collect and care for objects of cultural, artistic, scientific, or historical interest and make their collections or related exhibits available ...
In 1934, Breakheart Hill Forest, a private hunting retreat located in North Saugus, was purchased by the Metropolitan District Commission for use as a state park. [26] Shortly after purchasing Breakheart, the MDC turned the land over to the Civilian Conservation Corps , which built roads and trails, planted trees, and restored two dams on the ...
Breakheart Reservation: Essex, Middlesex: 652 acres 264 ha: 1934: Silver Lake, Pearce Lake, Saugus River: The reservation is hardwood forest principally used for birding, fishing and hiking. Brimfield State Forest: Hampden
Between 1992 and 1996, a reconstruction of the village was completed in Bland County, Virginia, near the original site.The life-sized reconstruction is based on the post hole pits, postal stain and post molds that were uncovered during the survey, which indicated a palisaded enclosure and some dozen circular buildings.
Dunn State Park in Gardner is participating in the 33rd annual nationwide First Day Hike event. Registration starts at 9 a.m. at the Pond House.
The school eventually included over 63 buildings, a 10,000 gallon swimming pool and a platform for the Virginia & Truckee Railroad. The railroad stop was used to deliver supplies and transport students to and from the school. The Stewart Indian School Museum, located in superintendent Snyder's home, was built by Indian students in 1930. [3]